Bolivia 1795-PTS PP 8 escudos

This type was struck 1791-1808 at Potosi. While silver coins from Bolivia are very common, gold coins are scarce, tho the eight escudos is probably the most common denomination. This specimen was lot 75 in Sedwick sale 9 (Winter Park, FL, April 2011), where it sold for $1496.15. The catalog description[1] noted, "Potosi, Bolivia, bust 8 escudos, Charles IV, 1795PP. Nice XF+ with minor laminations in flan on reverse, nice rims, some luster and toning."